Handbook factory planning and design

This handbook introduces a methodical approach and pragmatic concept for the planning and design of changeable factories that act in strategic alliances to supply the ever-changing needs of the global market. In the first part, the change drivers of manufacturing enterprises and the resulting new challenges are considered in detail with focus on an appropriate change potential. The second part concerns the design of the production facilities and systems on the factory levels work place, section, building and site under functional, organisational, architectural and strategic aspects keeping in mind the environmental, health and safety aspects including corporate social responsibility. The third part is dedicated to the planning and design method that is based on a synergetic interaction of process and space. The accompanying project management of the planning and construction phase and the facility management for the effective utilization of the built premises close the book. - Concise overview of manufacturing and logistics systems, as well as factory buildings and services. - Introduction to changeability and application of change enablers. - Proven guideline for the factory planner from goal setting to ramp up with the help of check-lists, tables and graphical illustrations. - Description of integrated project management followed by facility management with due consideration for professional, organizational and environmental concerns. - Case-studies and examples of changeable and communication friendly factories.